Microsoft to tighten screws on traditional Office, Gartner predicts

Microsoft will continue to pressure businesses to adopt Office 365, said a pair of Gartner analysts, by barring all but subscribers from accessing Office 365’s online services. The restriction will go into effect in about two-and-a-half years, said Gartner analysts Michael Silver and Stephen Kleynhans, who authored a for-clients-only report in April. Their forecast was … Read more

Modern dance steps on stage in June

Contemporary dance fans are in for a real treat as of next week when the 21st Cyprus Dance Festival will begin in Limassol During the festival, running until the end of the month, we will have the chance to see contemporary dance performances from a total of seven countries – The Netherlands, France, Italy, Israel, … Read more

Experimental and traditional on show at Istanbul miniature exhibition

An experimental miniature exhibition by artists Canan Demirel, Esra Karaduman, Hilal Arpacıoğlu and Yasemin Akyol will open on June at the Caddebostan Culture Center (CKM) in Istanbul. The exhibition, titled “Experimental-Traditional,” brings together four artists of different styles while displaying what they have in common. The artists, who have studied traditional arts for many years, will display the … Read more

We analysed 101 companies’ statements on modern slavery – here’s what we found

Modern slavery includes human trafficking, servitude and forced labour, and tens of millions of people around the world are thought to be affected. It affects people in both developing countries and developed countries, including the UK. Businesses can play a major role in either facilitating modern slavery or eradicating it. Yet firms are addressing modern slavery in their supply … Read more

Secrets to Saving Money on Appliances Highlight the Reasons to Seek Out Quality Repair Services, says DG Appliance Service

A May 5articlein the Watertown Daily Times offers ten tips to saving money on the purchase of a new appliance. San Fernando Valley based DG Appliance Service says that it definitely makes sense to shop around for the best possible deal on a new appliance. However, the repair shop adds, once a customer has bought it, … Read more

At home: ‘Half tube on top of rectangle’ makes for unique home with great views

To say that Dennis Wick built his Caseyville home is a bit of an understatement. He designed a model of the home, ordered the materials, drove the equipment, hoisted the steel beams and drilled most of the bolts — there are 2,000 of them. He stained the concrete floors, built the countertops, painted the furniture, … Read more

10 secrets to saving money on kitchen appliances

By Daniel Bortz May 1 It’s no secret that a kitchen appliance is a major purchase. So if you’re on the hunt, you’ll want to learn some of these clever money-saving tips from industry insiders. Don’t focus on seasonal sales You don’t want to wait until your refrigerator or oven breaks before replacing it, but you don’t … Read more

Not The Royal Wedding #6: Couples Are Turning Their Backs On Traditional Gift Lists

With more couples choosing to live together before they get married, the traditional wedding gift list is often redundant. The average UK wedding now costs more than £27,000, so who wants an extra toaster, new kettle or spare bread-maker when what you really need is some help with funding your honeymoon?  It’s fair to say that Prince … Read more

You’ve been ‘wasting money’ on THIS cleaning product… so here’s what you should be using instead

A colony of germs can grow back to its original size within hours of getting zapped by an antibacterial spray – making them less effective than bar soap. GETTY – CONTRIBUTOR 2 A top scientist has warned that Brits are spending a fortune on useless cleaning products Get the best Sun stories with our daily … Read more

Forbes Travel Guide gives Dining Room at The Inn on Biltmore Estate a 4-star designation

A city that made the Forbes Travel Guide’s 18 Top Destinations Of 2018 now also has a 4-star restaurant to its credit. The Forbes Travel Guide unveiled its annual Star Rating list this week, with Asheville’s Dining Room at The Inn on Biltmore Estate a new Forbes Travel Guide 4-star restaurant. The Inn on Biltmore Estate maintains … Read more